Potato challenge proves popular

ALMOST 2,000 schools have registered for Agri Aware’s Meet the Spuds potato-growing challenge to celebrate the United Nations designated International Year of the Potato.

More than 100,000 pupils are busy digging, sowing and watering as they compete for over €10,000 in educational funds.

Since the initiative’s launch in February, hundreds of schools have submitted pictures and letters testifying the educational benefits of the challenge and showcasing their hard work.